Software Engineer L5 - Media Encoding Pipelines, Encoding Technologies

Netflix is seeking a Software Engineer L5 for their Media Encoding Pipelines team within Encoding Technologies. The role focuses on developing highly scalable cloud-based encoding pipelines to support generating media assets of various formats and quality levels, and propagating media metadata across the ecosystem. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in Java or similar languages, expertise in designing large-scale distributed systems, and familiarity with cloud computing platforms like AWS. The team's scope has expanded from supporting on-demand streaming to image generation and ads. This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge media innovations and elevate Netflix's encoding systems to the next level. The role requires a quick learner who is passionate about automated testing, code quality, and engineering best practices. Successful candidates will thrive in an environment with minimal guidance, enjoy taking full ownership of projects, and excel at collaborating with cross-functional teams. Netflix offers a unique culture, comprehensive benefits, and a flexible compensation structure with a salary range of $100,000 - $720,000, allowing employees to choose their preferred mix of salary and stock options annually.